Summary
This position is located in the Office of Managing Director, Associate Managing Director-Administrative Operations (AMD-AO), Security Operations Center (SOC), Federal Communications Commission (FCC) located in Washington, DC. Relocation expenses will not be paid. THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL POSITIONS WITHIN 90 DAYS.
Duties
This position is located in the Office of the Associate Managing Director-Administrative Operations (AMD-AO), Security Operations Center (SOC). The incumbent of this position provides special assistance to the Chief Administrative Officer and Deputy AMD-AO, on security policies and procedures. The Supervisory Security Specialist is responsible for (1) identifying the need for protection and security; (2) developing and maintaining the physical means which are used for protection and security; (3) developing, implementing, and maintaining procedural and technical methods to enhance physical protection; (4) assessing the reliability, loyalty, suitability, and trustworthiness of those persons who have access to sensitive or classified information, resources, and materials which could adversely affect the national security interest, public welfare or efficiency of the Federal service; and (5) initially assessing the possible damage done to National security when information or material has been compromised or sabotaged (e.g., terrorist attacks). Investigates allegations of security violations to determine whether compromise or unauthorized disclosure took place. The Supervisory Security Specialist must be knowledgeable and capable of applying the appropriate standards for safeguarding National Security Information as they pertain to the National Defense of the United States and our relations with other nations. Application of physical security standards, as outlined by the appropriate entities, must be understood and observed in the conduct of security surveys, inspections and checks and physical security of the building to include managing the security protective force, the asset protection program and supervising the staff of the Security Operations Center. The incumbent develops and implements policy, procedures, standards, training and methods of identifying and protecting information, personnel, property, assets and/or material from theft, loss, misuse, fraud, disclosure, espionage or sabotage. Incumbent assures that the employment of personnel in sensitive positions or access by employees and others to secured information and material is clearly consistent with position sensitivity and in the national interest. The incumbent coordinates the efforts to detect, prepare for, prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover from assaults (e.g., terrorist attacks) against the Agency. The Supervisory Security Specialist works with executive departments and agencies, state and local governments, and private entities to ensure the adequacy of the national strategy for detecting, preparing for, preventing, protecting against, responding to, and recovering from threats or attacks and will periodically review and coordinate revisions to the strategy as necessary. Plans, develops and carries out vital security projects and programs which are central to the mission of the Agency and typically of national impact. Works on policy matters by establishing the Agency's position on broad issues. Works with groups/committees to develop security programs of importance to national security policy (e.g., Homeland Security). Serves as the Liaison Officer to the FBI, Secret Service, ATF, US Marshals Service, Capitol Police, Federal Protective Service, and the Metropolitan Police Department. Responsible for evaluating and analyzing potential threats to FCC property and personnel (i.e., as it relates to threats to the President and/or Vice President). Provides direct supervision to subordinate staff, plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work.
Requirements
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must: -Currently be employed in the Federal Communications Commission in positions serving under career or career conditional appointments. ALL FCC EMPLOYEES MUST provide a legible Personnel Action, SF-50, that verifies your status and highest permanently held grade. If an SF-50 is not submitted, the application will be rated as ineligible. To request a copy of your SF-50 please send an email to [email protected]
How you will be evaluated
Optional Four Essay Questions At the time of application, applicants have the option of answering the following four short, free-response essay questions. 1. How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience. 2. In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes. 3. In this role, you will be expected to professionally and efficiently implement executive direction. Provide an example where you implemented leadership direction on a strategy or policy decision that differed from your own recommendation. 4. How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position. Applicants will be required to certify that they are using their own words, and did not use a consultant or AI (such as a large language model [LLM]). The responses to each question cannot exceed 200 words per question. All applicants will be rated on the extent and quality of experience and education relevant to the duties of the position. An automated score is administered based on the on-line application process used. Eligible applicants will receive a numerical rating based on their responses to the job specific questions for this position. There are several parts to the application process that affect the overall evaluation of your application including: 1. the core questions 2. the vacancy questions 3. supplemental documentation (e.g., DD-214, SF-50, SF-15, transcripts), if applicable; and 4. your resume. Applicants will be rated ineligible, if they do not respond to job specific questions provide supplemental documents and submit resume. For more information, please click on Rating Process Subject matter experts will review your application to determine if you meet the following required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's): Ability to identify security challenges, assess the accuracy and relevance of diverse information sources, and generate, evaluate, and recommend effective solutions to senior leadership Knowledge of advanced security concepts, principles, and practices sufficient to provide authoritative guidance to managers and advise on emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies in the security field Ability to evaluate and provide informed recommendations on strategic plans, major command initiatives, and interagency security proposals, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and federal security standards Ability to lead, direct, and oversee staff in planning, assigning, and evaluating work; resolving employee issues; administering minor disciplinary actions; identifying training needs; improving work processes; and establishing performance standards If you are deemed to be qualified by the Subject Matter Experts, your application will be referred to the hiring manager for hiring consideration. Alternatively, if your application is not deemed as qualified by the Subject Matter Experts, your application will not be referred to the hiring manager for hiring consideration. You may preview questions for this vacancy.